S 3620
Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2026
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 8:35 AM
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Bill overview
The Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2026 aims to improve access to emergency water assistance for rural communities in the United States. It modifies the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to broaden the types of water-related infrastructure projects eligible for grant funding and increase the maximum grant amount. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of ‘associated uses’ to include potable water, wastewater, storm drainage, and solid waste facilities. This legislation seeks to bolster the ability of rural areas to respond to water emergencies and disasters.
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